How To Fix FVD_REPAY036 - Negative user exit amounts are not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_REPAY - Messages for Payoff

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Negative user exit amounts are not permitted

What causes this issue?

The flow lists delivered by the user-exit contain negative amounts.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify a positive amount.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_REPAY036 - Negative user exit amounts are not permitted ?

  The SAP error message FVD_REPAY036 indicates that there are negative user exit amounts that are not permitted in the context of a financial transaction, particularly in the area of loan repayment or similar financial processes. This error typically arises in the SAP Financial Services (FS) module, especially when dealing with loan management or repayment processing.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Amounts: The primary cause of this error is the presence of negative amounts in the user exit fields during the processing of a repayment transaction. User exits are custom enhancements that allow you to add your own logic to standard SAP processes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that do not allow negative values for certain financial transactions.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry by users can lead to negative amounts being inadvertently entered into the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Exit Logic: Review the custom logic implemented in the user exit. Ensure that it does not allow negative values to be processed. If necessary, modify the logic to handle or reject negative amounts appropriately.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings related to the financial transaction in question. Ensure that the settings allow for the correct handling of amounts and that negative values are not permitted where they shouldn't be.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the user interface or during data entry to prevent users from entering negative amounts. This can be done through input validation rules or by providing user training.
  Transaction Review: If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the transaction details to identify any negative amounts that may have been entered. Correct these amounts before reprocessing the transaction.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Exits: Familiarize yourself with the specific user exits being used in your implementation. Understanding how they interact with standard processes can help in troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to analyze the user exit code and make necessary adjustments.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.